T-55A - In 1961, development of improved NBC protection systems began. The goal was to protect the crew from fast neutrons; adequate protection against gamma radiation was provided by the thick armour and a PAZ basic NBC protection system. The POV plasticized lead antiradiation lining was developed to provide the needed protection. It was installed in the interior, requiring the driver's hatch and the coamings over the turret hatches to be noticeably enlarged. This liner had the added benefit of protecting the crew from fragments of penetrated armour. The term NVA refers to Nationale Volksarmee of the DDR, or Deutsche Demokratische Republik.
THE KIT:
Highly detailed plastic model kit
Separated tracks included
Photo-etched parts included
Clear plastic parts included
All hatches can be assembled in open or closed position
Metal surfaces and weld lines accurately represented in the model
